SARAH ALLAHAM

Bellingham, WA, 98225

(206) 335-9054 sarahallaham@gmail.com

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts Business Administration Marketing Concentration
Western Washington University, Bellingham, WA

Graduation: June 2016

Minor: Psychology
QUALIFICATIONS /SKILLS

Teamwork Management
Project Management
Leadership Skills
Highly Organized
Dedicated to finding solutions
Fluency in English and Arabic

Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills

Strong Collaborative Skills/Teamwork Management
Exceptional Customer Service
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy work
environment

RECENT WORK EXPERIENCE

WWU Financial Aid Office
Financial Aid Peer Advisor
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Advising students, parents, and the general public concerning financial aid programs, the application
process, loan requirements, status and policies and procedures
Auditing of student applicants and processing approved short-term loan applications
Exercising and implementing confidentiality policies
Assist in managing and training Financial Aid Services Center Work Study Employees
Relied upon by team members to provide relevant information/knowledge to sustain the flow and
efficiency of the workplace
Consult with clients; discuss questions and inquiries via phone/front desk and provide positive, friendly
service
Handle client complaints to ensure accurate and positive representation of the department and
employees

WWU Registrar Office

Program Support Staff
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April 2012 Present

Bellingham, WA

April 2013 2014

Bellingham, WA

Assist in facilitating commencement ceremony and assembly of graduates

Enjoy the challenge of multi-tasking while having to alternate responsibilities as needed
Welcoming and ushering guests, and providing special assistance when required
In charge of preparing for the ceremony/event as part of a team
Provide maintenance and staff support before and after ceremony

ACTIVITIES/HONORS

Member of WWU SMA Club

Active member of the WWU Womens Professional Club
Co-founder, Students United for Palestinian Equal Rights Club (SUPER)
Senior Advisor of Eta Sigma Honor Society
Arabic and Math Tutor

(2015-Present)
(2014-Present)
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(2014-2015)
(2012-2014)